Lake Washington Institute of Technology Introduces New Multimedia Design and Production
Courses, Certificate Program

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Kirkland, Wash. – The Seattle area is a hotbed of technology and design, and in response
to industry demand, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) has introduced
a series of new courses to its Multimedia Design and Production (MMDP) program: The User-Centered Design certificate program and Smartphone Filmmaking and
Smartphone Editing.

The User-Centered Design certificate program at LWTech is one of only three programs
like this in Western Washington. Unlike the UX certificate programs at other local
institutions, LWTech’s program does not require a bachelor’s degree to enroll and
will lead to an academic certificate upon course completion rather than a continuing
education certificate.

The Smartphone Filmmaking and Smartphone Editing courses equip students with essential
video cinematography skills, while guiding them through the complete filmmaking process,
from initial concept to finished film. Courses are designed for entrepreneurs, web
designers, or anyone who wants to create promotional, instructional, crowdfunding,
social media, citizen journalism, narrative, or documentary videos without the need
for expensive equipment. Current generation smartphones have put the power of professional
video production within reach of everyone.

All three programs will be available through a hybrid model; online and in-class.
The on-campus portion of the classes are in the evening to accommodate working professionals
who want to enhance their skills. To register for Spring quarter classes, visit LWTech's Get Started page.

“These new courses in our School of Design and Applied Arts are affordable, and students
who successfully complete the User-Centered Design program will receive an academic
certificate,” commented Dr. Amy Morrison Goings, president of Lake Washington Institute
of Technology. “We are thrilled to be providing new programs that are created in direct
response to industry and community need.”

About Lake Washington Institute of Technology

As the only public institute of technology in Washington state, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) a provides students with the latest cutting edge skills relevant to today’s workplace.
LWTech offers eight applied bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 associate degrees, and
more than 91 professional certificates in 42 areas of study, including STEM-focused
programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.